Acquisition announced
Kirin acquires Jamieson Wellness (2026)
Kirin announced the acquisition of Jamieson Wellness on 6 August 2026 for C$2.5 billion; the deal is announced.[1]
Kirin Holdings agreed to buy Jamieson Wellness, the Canadian vitamin maker behind Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive and Smart Solutions, for C$45.75 a share in cash through a plan of arrangement. The price values Jamieson at about C$2.0 billion in fully diluted equity and C$2.5 billion in enterprise value, and extends a Japanese brewer's move into health products.
Recorded as announced; closing is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Deal facts
- Announced
- Expected close
- Pending
- Value
- C$2.5 billion (enterprise value)
- Buyer
- Kirin
- Seller
- public shareholders
- Assets
- Jamieson Wellness
- Regulatory review
- None recorded
Sources (1) & corrections
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- [1] Jamieson Wellness Enters into Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by Kirin in C$2.5 Billion Transaction — Jamieson Wellness Inc., Official press release, published 6 August 2026; retrieved 16 September 2026.
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